The public can comment on a new Lake Tahoe Regional Evacuation Plan was developed by the cooperative efforts of area fire chiefs, law enforcement agencies and emergency management personnel, according to a press release. It is intended to provide the public with critical information related to evacuations and will be updated from time to time.
The plan is organized so that the evacuation information in the front of the plan is applicable to all parts of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Then there are seven annexes that allow for more specific information pertinent to specific areas: Alpine, Douglas, El Dorado, Placer, Washoe counties, Carson City and Truckee Police. It emphasizes regional cooperation and collaboration in the event of a future, large wildfire.
The plan is a living document and is open for a comment period until Nov. 20.
